Regal vs Renzetti: Fly Tying Vise Comparison

Regal or Renzetti: Which fly tying vise is right for you? The common question we get: Which is better, a Renzetti or a Regal. Check out the vises below:
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[@gottogofishing4929]

I purchased my Renzetti Traveler back in 1997 for about $130 and it still works perfectly. It's the only real vice I've ever owned so cannot compare to anything else.

[@OldVetUSN72]

I tied on a Dyna-King barracuda for 12-14 years and went through more the 1 pair of jaws. On big hooks I’ve experienced more slippage on it than my current vises. Have the Renzetti master and the Regal revolution, both have advantages. For holding power on big hooks I love the Regal with the Big game head and Monster head. I use my Renzetti more with trout sz flies and love it. I think I paid $10 for my first vise , which was a Universal from Herters in 60’s and tied many flies on it ! Over the years had them all and everyone has personal preferences as to their style of tying.

[@chrisashby4497]

Great informative video. Thank you for your hard work and all the time you all spend curtis, cheech and lance doing these videos. I appreciate you giving a price point for the renzetti master. I have watched other tiers with this vise for a while and have really wanted one, but I have never been able to get anyone to give me a price. I have a traveler that I have tied on for 12 years and love it, but I would love to upgrade to a master and keep the traveler as a back up for when I do shows.

[@Habaneroranger]

I have both and prefer the regal. I love the spring loaded jaws. So fast and easy. Traveler is great too esp for the price but I find I don’t miss the rotary function much.

[@danielcowell8346]

I bought a Renzetti Traveler's Vise about 12 years ago and it's still kicking. Never had to replace a single part. At the time I bought it from a local Orvis shop for $159.

[@profpigeon5441]

great vid, i got my traveler 2000 from you guys, I love it. Feels heavy duty in the right spots

[@donjohnson2418]

Nice job, gentlemen. I'll have to peruse the channel to see if there are any other side by side comparisons from other manufacturers.

[@gangunitsergeantmartinez7656]

I have tied on both and I like my Renzetti the best. Primarily because it is a true rotary and it makes wrapping materials and working around the fly so much easier and convenient. But, like you guys mentioned, it comes down to personal preference. Both are high quality vises. One other vise to note that is high quality is the HMH vise line.

[@JohnWeggo]

Great vises. Love the regal. My wife ties on it now. As i switch to a norvise. Love that one above all.

[@rudychavira5558]

Nice review, have always used the Regal going to stick with it, have tied on renzetti also great vise. Out west nothing smaller than #22 is needed

[@fly-f1sh140]

I have the Regal Revolution and the Renzetti Traveler. To get the regal revolution to rotate on the same plane just set it at a 90 degree angle to the stem and you will be very close to true rotation. I bought the extended stem for more room under the vise, thinking I could hang a bobbin better, but I found I didn't really need it. I favor the Regal because of the simplicity of the design. You set the angle you want the head at, the tension you like in the rotation, squeeze, place hook, tie. Nothing comes loose, nothing needs to be tweaked, it just works all the time. It also feels bomb proof just solid construction.

[@MFC1029]

Outstanding presenters, great video, taylor exact to where I find myself right now...Regal or Renzetti. I do a lot of research before I purchase any product but at the end when it comes to solid brands like Shimano, Daiwa, Owner hooks, etc, is a matter of personal preference. I had my eyes on the Traveler Saltwater, however, I was holding back because the limitation of tying small hooks. I am glad I watched this video because it clarifies that I will be able to tie small hooks as well. Again, thank you the presenters, very knowledgeable and professional.

[@glencamblin]

Great info guys. Its always easier when I can send the fly curious guy to a KZbin video to help them understand how to get started. I see u got lance some phone books to sit on 👍

[@joshuastevens4776]

I just bought the Renzetti Traveller 2300 and it’s my favourite overall.

[@tronner_the_awesome]

Loving the outtakes!

[@yoopermann7942]

i`m on the hunt for a new vise as the old one i used finally gave up i had it since 1980 and it was a used one when i got it what ever one i buy must be of good/great quality

[@eugeneschreiner2859]

I like having the ability to rest my hand on the Regal. The renzeti has more clearance for the larger flys but the it can be awkward in inverted position. I have the regal and the renzetti saltwater.

[@jasonmullins4826]

My first vise was a Renzetti Traveler. Good vise. However, after about 3 years, the tension screw kept coming out after tying 1-2 flies. I am a right hand tyer and when I placed my left hand on the vise to help hold materials, the left side of my left palm would literally unscrew the tension knob..every time....I got tired of that real quick plus I am not a fan of plastic screws. I now have a Regal Revolution and I like it. But using it as a true rotary vise makes it difficult to place materials as your usable tying space becomes a bit smaller. But man is it built like a tank, super smooth, brass screws...no O rings, no adjustment screws, or anything to replace...just squeeze, place hook and tie. Love it!

[@joeldomen507]

btw.....curtis....the video quality on this one is phenomenal. Surely you upgraded something and I give you the nerdy seal of approval.

[@KaptenInsano]

I know this is way late but I loved my peak rotary vise. It never let me down, that being said I just purchased a regal revolution for the simplicity and the style of the vise. I love the design and I'll ss head gives you 2/0 to size 32 I'll never tie in that large of range. Both renzetti and regal are top notch though.